Let's Talk About (Secur)IT
Philip de Souza
Philip de Souza is the host of Secure (IT) and a cybersecurity veteran with over 30 years of experience. He founded Aurora, leading it to a successful acquisition by Plurilock. Today, Philip is a sought-after keynote speaker and advisor, helping organizations leverage AI and innovative go-to-market strategies.
Deeply committed to philanthropy, Philip co-founded Ainiti (ainiti.org) to support girls' education globally and serves on multiple business boards including the US Chamber’s Small Business Council. When not dissecting the future of tech, he can be for his Harley near his home in LA.
Deeply committed to philanthropy, Philip co-founded Ainiti (ainiti.org) to support girls' education globally and serves on multiple business boards including the US Chamber’s Small Business Council. When not dissecting the future of tech, he can be for his Harley near his home in LA.
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Jan 28, 2023 • 37min
Interoperability and Automation Can Keep Us Ahead of the Game in Cybersecurity with Paul Baker, Plurilock, Director of Cybersecurity
Paul Baker, Director of Cybersecurity at Plurilock, is a proponent of new technology and finding unique ways to solve problems. In this latest episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Paul shares his incredible journey from Europe to North America, and how he has used technology to help people and organizations along the way. Philip and Paul discuss, the fast-paced, changing landscape of cybersecurity and finally delve into the benefits of interoperability, and automation, in making sweeping changes in the future of the industry.
Dec 30, 2022 • 38min
The Emotional Element of Marketing, Paradigm Shifts in Metaverse Marketing, Dare We Think Microchip Implants! with CEO of J S Group, Janet Schijns
Janet Schijns is the CEO of JS Group, a marketing consulting firm. Her professional journey ranges from Verizon to Motorola to Office Depot, and she has received three 5-star awards for her channel programs in the IT, Security, and Mobility space. She is a leading industry influencer with numerous awards including top 10 Women in Technology, Channel Influencer of the Year, and top 10 CEO Disruptors. In this captivating episode, Philip and Janet discuss employee empowerment as part of a security culture, AI innovation in the security space, arguments in favor of human microchip implants, and a fruitful dialogue on how communication and information influence marketing.
Nov 23, 2022 • 41min
From Stovepipes of Excellence to Insider Trust and Understanding the Human Element in Cybersecurity - with former FBI Agent, Author "Queen of Cuba" and PJ Lapp Consulting Founder, Peter J. Lapp
Peter J. Lapp has over 20 years of experience in counterintelligence and insider threat. As a well-known speaker, author, and consultant he helps departments, agencies, and companies mature their security awareness training, insider risk programs, and investigative capabilities. In this fascinating episode, Philip and Pete discuss his remarkable journey from a bike cop to taking down the "Queen of Cuba" as an FBI agent and finally to setting up his own consulting firm.
Oct 17, 2022 • 37min
Ice Cream Trucks, Highly Hackable MFA and Prolific Socially Engineered Breaches with KnowBe4 Data-Driven Defense Evangelist Roger Grimes
Roger Grimes, Data-Driven Defense Evangelist at KnowBe4, is a senior computer security consultant, cybersecurity architect, and celebrated author, whose mission in life is to make the Internet a safer place for all people to compute. In this riveting episode of Let’s Talk About SecurIT, Philip and Roger discuss the common causes of malicious data breaches, the use of Social Engineering as a major weapon in the arsenal of hackers and conclude with what the future holds for safe computing.
Sep 16, 2022 • 49min
The Neuroscience of Human Behavior in Cybersecurity Training with Matt Lindley, NINJIO, COO & CISO
Matt Lindley the COO and CISO of NINJIO is an authority on IT, security and has more than a decade of experience in the cybersecurity space. In this fun episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Matt shares his incredible journey from hotspot hunting to making a difference with start-ups. Philip and Matt discuss human behavior relative to NINJIO’s game-changing, Hollywood-style cybersecurity awareness training.
Aug 12, 2022 • 31min
Top 3 Emerging Cybersecurity Trends and an ROI on Security with Jimmy Augustine, Ingram Micro, Chief Technology Evangelist
Jimmy Augustine, Chief Technology Evangelist at Ingram Micro, is a business builder, supporting highly successful organic growth from the ground up. In this latest episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Philip and Jimmy discuss, the top 3 cybersecurity trends, cybersecurity areas to focus on, and finally, they deliberate on the ultimate global solution that could become the future of cybersecurity.
Jul 11, 2022 • 39min
Sharpen the Edges of Information to Foster Better Decision Making with Jerry Diedrichs, Ingram Micro, Cybersecurity Consultant.
In this latest episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT Philip and Jerry Diedrichs, discuss an amazing journey, from Director of IT for a City to setting direction for Ingram Micro Cybersecurity. You will also hear some powerful insights into, insider threat technology, zero trust, leveraging product knowledge, and much more...
Jun 14, 2022 • 34min
Customer Experience, Customer Success - The exciting science of being proactive with your customer with CXera co-founder Mike Cross
New Episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT with CXera co-founder, Mike Cross details the new “ever boarding” journey successful organizations should undertake and explains what Customer Experience is all about.
Apr 18, 2022 • 40min
Beyond Zero Trust with BeyondTrust CISO & Author Morey Haber
New Episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT with Morey Haber, BeyondTrust CSO, prolific author and Cybersecurity thought leader. Morey and Philip discuss career, today’s Cybersecurity trends and ground-breaking thoughts on three tier identity, authentication and access management.
Mar 15, 2022 • 35min
A look at 2022, Security & Emerging Tech and Double Digit Growth Rates with Forrester Principal Jay McBain
New Episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT alert with Jay McBain! 2021 Channel Influencer of the year Jay McBain is an accomplished speaker, author and innovator in the IT industry. Jay is a thought leader and provides future industry guidance. His 28 year career as sales executive , marketing, strategy roles have all led him to his current role as Principal analyst at Forrester. Philip and Jay discuss Cyber security and emerging tech and Jay shares a unique perspective on hyper growth.
